Bishop Christian Home sits in Jacksonville, FL, and has offered licensed care for 36 years. The facility supports up to 44 seniors and holds a state license, number 9129. Residents can choose assisted living, independent living, memory care, or dementia care. The staff runs the place as a corporation, and Ms. Mary McGee serves as President. Caregivers work around the clock with a set caregiver-to-resident ratio, following health and safety regulations and completing regular inspections. The staff includes nurses, though on-site medical services are limited, and they're able to help with some nursing needs like checking insulin and helping with two-person transfers. The home's wheelchair accessible, and the team helps residents who can't move on their own.
The home provides both short-term respite care and long-term placements. Seniors here get meals served three times a day, with options for special diets, allergies, diabetes, and high blood pressure. A call system and emergency alerts cover the building, so someone can help at any hour. Staff helps with bathing, medication management, getting dressed, and moving from a bed to a wheelchair. Cleaning, laundry, and dry cleaning are included, along with weekly linen service. Rooms come furnished, and residents pick between private or shared bedrooms, all with cable TV, Wi-Fi, phone, and kitchenettes. The facility has common rooms, a dining room for restaurant-style meals, a small library, game rooms, and a beauty salon.
Christian faith shapes daily life, so the community has religious events and spiritual support. Residents and staff join in worship and community activities. There's a focus on supporting mental wellness and fostering independence through individualized care plans. Seniors can take part in music programs, animal therapy, fitness classes, walks in the gardens, and arts and crafts. The grounds include gardens, patios, walking paths, and indoor parking. Scheduled shopping trips and social events fill the calendar, alongside movie nights and community gatherings.
The facility accepts private pay, social security, veteran's benefits, and charges based on the level of care. Room and board include meals, laundry, and medication reminders, but extra personal care usually has extra fees. Bishop Christian Home offers both an AL Waiver and long-term diversion waiver program, so those who qualify can get extra help. Housekeeping, linen, meal service, and 24-hour staff make daily life easier for seniors. The place isn't BBB accredited, but it holds an A+ rating. The staff works to give every resident support, safety, and a sense of belonging within a Christian setting. Residents help run activities, and community-sponsored events build connections among those who live there.
